D	C29505	Topical Corticosteroid	Topical Corticosteroid		Any synthetic steroid derivative exhibiting the same function as the naturally occurring corticosteroid hormone, formulated for topical application. Topical corticosteroids are applied to the skin where it exerts its effect, however, corticosteroids can be absorbed systemically after being applied locally. Topical corticosteroids are mainly used for the localized treatment of inflammation of the skin and help relieve symptoms such as itching, swelling and redness.	A corticosteroid formulation designed for and administered onto a dermal, ocular or mucosal surface.	C2322	Corticosteroid			C118468	Pediatric Rheumatology Terminology		
D	C80510	Steroid, Systemic	Systemic Corticosteroid	Systemic Steroid	Synthetically made hormones possessing the steroid ring system; e.g., androgens, estrogens, and adrenocortical hormones. This does not include topical or inhaled steroid therapy.	Systemically-delivered (oral, intramuscular, intravenous) corticosteroids.	C2322	Corticosteroid			C118468	Pediatric Rheumatology Terminology